Word
magnification
Phoneticsmag·ni·fi·ca·tion, stress on the fourth syllable
US/ˌmæɡnəfəˈkeɪʃən/
UK/mˌæɡnɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
Definition
n. the act of making something look larger than it really is, usually using a tool like a lens or a computer program. It helps you see tiny details that are hard to spot with your eyes.
n. the process of enlarging the apparent size of an object or image, typically through the use of optical instruments or digital software. Often refers to the ratio of the image size to the object size.
Examples
“The magnification on the camera is perfect for this small insect.”
“The scientist adjusted the magnification on the microscope to study the tiny structures of the cell membrane.”
“High-resolution imaging requires careful control of magnification to ensure that the fine details of the specimen remain sharp and visible without distortion.”
Examples
simple
“The magnification on the camera is perfect for this small insect.”
contextual
“The scientist adjusted the magnification on the microscope to study the tiny structures of the cell membrane.”
complex
“High-resolution imaging requires careful control of magnification to ensure that the fine details of the specimen remain sharp and visible without distortion.”
Real-World Examples
“In bright light it can digitally zoom to 30x magnification with surprisingly good results.” “At some points she needed the device switched to magnification mode, especially to distinguish between the letters C and O.” “At left, a cross section of a piece of red oak lump charcoal under magnification, beside a cross section of a piece of raw red oak wood.” Etymology
From magnify + -ification.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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